US3693086A
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Meter with small tilt error
Assignee: HENRY W REDECKER
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Filing: 1971-03-15
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Granted: 1972-09-19
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Expires: 1991-03-15
Abstract
Abstract An induction type meter has a rotor mounted for rotation about a vertical axis and supported vertically by a magnetic mounting. The rotor is restrained against lateral motion by ring bearings made of an aromatic polyimide resin and a filler.
Inventors
- 👤 Henry W Redecker
- 👤 Eugene G Bezgela
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 08:35
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01R; G01R11/00; G01R11/02; G01R11/12; G01R11/14; F; F16; F16C; F16C32/00; F16C32/04; F16C32/0406; F16C32/0408; F16C32/0423; F16C32/0427; F16C2370/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
22 words
The induction meter of claim 1 wherein the bearing means includes a magnetic mounting for providing vertical support for the rotor assembly.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
23 words
The induction meter of claim 1 wherein the pin is a corrosion resistant metal and the lubricant filler is essentially a fluorocarbon polymer.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
13 words
The induction meter of claim 1 wherein the lubricant filler is essentially polytetrafluoroethylene.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
59 words
The induction meter of claim 2 wherein said rotor assembly includes a shaft, wherein said ring bearing and pin form one mounting arrangement at one end of said shaft, and wherein a second substantially identical ring bearing and pin form another mounting arrangement at an opposite end of said shaft for mounting said rotor assembly to said stator assembly.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-09-19 | 1976-03-20 | 1976-09-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-09-19 | 1980-03-20 | 1980-09-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-09-19 | 1984-03-20 | 1984-09-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |